Best Recipes for International Picnic Day: Celebrate with Easy, Delicious Make-Ahead Recipes
Celebrate with Easy, Delicious Make-Ahead Recipes: Easy Make-Ahead Picnic Food Ideas from Big Bear’s Wife
June 18th is International Picnic Day, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with delicious food, sunshine, and good company! Whether you’re spreading a blanket under the trees, enjoying a beachside lunch, or hosting a backyard get-together, a picnic is the perfect excuse to slow down and savor the flavors of summer.
To help you plan the ultimate picnic, I’ve rounded up my favorite picnic-ready recipes that are easy to make, travel well, and taste amazing even when served cold or at room temperature. From zesty pasta salads to refreshing drinks and handheld desserts, these ideas will have your picnic basket packed in no time!
Best Recipes for International Picnic Day
Ingredient amounts and recipe directions are in the recipe card links above with a print option!
Best Recipes for International Picnic Day
A classic cold pasta salad tossed with Italian dressing, cheese, and ham. It’s quick, flavorful, and stays fresh in the cooler for hours!
Sweet, tart, and totally refreshing! Perfect for sipping outdoors.
Creamy, comforting chicken salad that’s perfect on croissants, lettuce wraps, or crackers.
Spread it on crackers or sandwiches—this creamy, cheesy dip is a Southern picnic must-have.
These Dark Brown Sugar Chocolate Chip Cookies might be the best chocolate chip cookie ever.
M&M OREO Chocolate Chip Cookie Brownies are Oreo stuffed brownies baked on top of chocolate chip cookie dough and topped with tons of M&MS candies!
The mac and cheese bites were super easy to make and I can’t wait to have them again!
This easy Lemonade Fruit salad is made with fresh fruit and frozen lemonade, for that perfect summer fruit salad!
Picnic Checklist:
- Plates, cups, napkins, cutlery
- Cooler & ice packs
- Picnic blanket or tablecloth
- Bug spray & sunscreen
- Trash bags & wipes
- Food storage containers
- Reusable water bottles
Pro Picnic Tips:
- ✅ Use reusable containers with tight-fitting lids to avoid leaks.
- ✅ Freeze drinks overnight to double as ice packs.
- ✅ Bring a picnic blanket or tablecloth for comfort.
- ✅ Don’t forget napkins, utensils, trash bags, and hand wipes!
Are you celebrating International Picnic Day this year? I’d love to know what you’re making! Leave a comment with your favorite picnic food or tag @BigBearsWife in your photos on social media—I’d love to feature your picnic spread!
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